Powerplus POW470 POWER G ENERATOR 720W EN - Manual (Page 8)

POW470(SC) EN
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 Measure the gap (distance contact point) with a suitable gauge. The gap should be 0.7 -
0.8 mm. Correct the gap, if necessary, by carefully bending the side electrode.
 Replace the spark plug if the electrodes are worn, or if the insulator is cracked or chipped.
 Install the spark plug carefully, by hand, to avoid cross-threading.
 Place the spark plug with correct torque: 20 Nm.
 Attach the spark plug cap.
8.2.2 Air filter cleaning
 Unscrew the air filter cover (14).
 Remove filter element and wash well in solvent.
 Pour a small amount of oil onto the filter element and gently squeeze out any excess oil.
 Replace the filter element and air filter cover.
Do not run the engine without the air filter element in place.
Never place a wet filter (with solvent) on the machine.
8.2.3 Fuel tap (Fig. 4)
 Stop the engine.
 Close the fuel tap.
 To remove the fuel tap filter, remove the cup at the bottom of the fuel tap with help of a
spanner.
 Remove the joint and the small filter.
 Clean and wash out the filter and cup, and replace.
8.2.4 Fuel filter
 Stop the engine.
 Remove fuel cap.
 Remove fuel filter.
 Clean and wash out the filter with solvent, and replace.
8.3 Troubleshooting
8.3.1 Basic checks
 Make sure you have plenty of fuel.
 Make sure
the fuel tap is open (“ON”).
 Make sure the engine-switch is on.
 Remove spark plug, connect spark plug lead and earth it to the generator. Pull starter cord
gently and look for a spark. If there is no spark, replace spark plug.
8.3.2 Spark plug is OK, but engine still won’t start
 Check fuel tap filter is clean
 Check fuel line is clear
 Check carburetor is not clogged
8.4 Cleaning
Clean the housing regularly with a soft cloth, preferably every time it is used. Keep the air
vents free of dust and dirt. Remove stubborn dirt with a soft rag moistened in soapy water. Do
not use any solvents such as petrol, alcohol, ammonia, etc. as such substances can damage
the plastic parts.